Taste of Bordeaux by AmaWaterways
Prix par personne à partir de 3.269 €

Taste of Bordeaux by AmaWaterways

À partir de
3.269 €
Prix par personne
À partir de
3.269 €
prix par personne

Description

Description 


Included Balcony Cabin + Tax + Daily Excursions


Day 1

Bordeaux   

EMBARKATION


Embark the ship for your Taste of Bordeaux cruise. (D)


Day 2

Bordeaux   

Morning scenic cruising

Libourne   

Saint-Émilion excursion and Grand Cru Classé wine tasting

OR Saint-Émilion Excursion   

OR Saint-Émilion bike tour   


Welcome to Libourne, a gateway to one of Bordeaux’s most elite wine regions. Join an excursion to Saint Émilion, known for its celebrated vineyards, and while here, explore the monolithic church carved out of one piece of limestone rock, and then go under the church to discover its catacombs and caves. Afterwards, enjoy a Grand Cru Classé wine tasting at either Château de Ferrand or Château de Pressac. Alternately, you can enjoy an excursion to Saint-Émilion solely to discover more of the small historic town. If you prefer a more active adventure, pedal through the vineyard-rich countryside to Saint-Émilion. (B,L,D)


Day 3

Libourne   

Bastide town and market visit

OR Château Boutinet hike with wine and tapas tasting   


Stroll through the colorful, open-air market, tasting some of the region’s specialties. Or, you can get your heart pumping by venturing deeper into town by hiking through one of Libourne’s renowned vineyards.(B,L,D)


Day 4

Blaye   

Citadel visit

OR Blaye Chemin de Fer bike tour   

Blaye to Bourg bike tour   

Bourg   

OR Bourg walking tour, Carriage Museum, and WWII Petrol Cistern   

Exclusive wine festival


Once in Blaye, you can join a tour of its 17th-century citadel, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. For a more active excursion, take a bike ride around Blaye along a former railway. Later in the day, you can choose to bike from Blaye through the idyllic French countryside to Bourg. Or, in the ancient village of Bourg, take a walking tour and visit the Carriage Museum, which houses a wonderful collection of horse-drawn vehicles, and the World War II Petrol Cistern. Towards the evening, experience the hospitality of this charming medieval village with an exclusive wine festival. Meet the local wine growers and taste the fruits of their labors as well as enjoy live French music and dancing. (B,L,D)


Day 5

Cussac Fort Medoc   

Medoc Grand Cru Classé wine tasting and scenic vineyard tour

OR Margaux Vineyard hike and local specialties tasting   

OR Soulac-sur-Mer excursion   


Cussac-Fort-Medoc is a peaceful commune in southwestern France and your is gateway to the famed Médoc region, renowned for producing some of the world’s finest Bordeaux wines. You will see some of the most beautiful and famous wine estates, including Château Latour, Château Mouton Rothschild, Château Lafite Rothschild and Château Pichon Longueville. You’ll then visit either Château Léoville Barton or Château Léoville Poyferré for a tasting of Grand Cru wines. More active guests can hike through the vineyards of Château Margaux and taste local specialties. Alternatively, you may enjoy a drive along the coast to Soulac-sur-Mer where you’ll see unique sights, such as the Statue of Liberty and the Cordouan lighthouse known to be the oldest in France. (B,L,D)


Day 6

Cadillac   

Roquetaillade Castle with Sauternes wine tasting

OR Roquetaillade and Cadillac visit   

OR Cadillac bike tour   


Visit the impressive Castle of Roquetaillade, an amazingly preserved masterpiece of medieval military architecture owned by the same noble family for 700 years and travel to the Sauternes wine region to either Château de Rayne Vigneau or Château Guiraud to taste the highly prized golden-hued sweet wines produced here. For those wishing to explore more of the history on the decadent castles, you can enjoy a visit to the Roquetaillade castle and Cadillac castle. Or, pedal through the charming town of Cadillac for a guided bike tour. (B,L,D)


Day 7

Bordeaux   

UNESCO city tour and market tasting

OR Bordeaux bike tour   

Bordeaux Cité du Vin (wine museum) visit

OR Bassins des Lumières

   

The breathtaking capital of the wine world, Bordeaux is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and classified as a “City of Art and History.” You’ll have an opportunity to experience much of the rich culture and architecture on a city tour followed by a visit to the famed indoor Les Halles de Bacalan market for a tasting of local specialties to please the palate. Bike enthusiasts will wish to join a tour along the city’s amazing network of bicycle paths. Depending on your interests, you have a choice from three excursions in the afternoon. Enjoy a visit to the immersive and interactive Bordeaux Wine Museum, housed in an awe-inspiring building. Alternately, be treated to a spectacular sound and light show, Les Bassins des Lumières. Or, explore the enriching city of Bordeaux at your own leisure.(B,L,D)


Day 8

Bordeaux   

DISEMBARKATION


Disembark the ship and prepare for your flight home. (B)


Ship:

AmaDolce: https://www.amawaterways.com/ships/amadolce-river-cruise-ship

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Point de rencontre

BORDEAUX, LIBOURNE
1: Bordeaux
2: Bordeaux, Libourne
3: Libourne, Blaye
4: Blaye
5: Blaye, Cussac Fort Medoc
6: Cussac Fort Medoc, Cadillac
7: Cadillac, Bordeaux
8: Bordeaux

SPACIOUS STATEROOMS


  • 7 nights luxury accommodation in an outside stateroom (most with French balconies)
  • Entertainment-On-Demand in all staterooms featuring free high-speed internet access, movies, a music library and English language TV stations
  • Desk and sitting area
  • Bottled water replenished daily


AN ARRAY OF AMENITIES


  • Wellness Activities with a dedicated Wellness Host leading various exercise classes as well as discussions on healthy eating and relaxation techniques, both on board and on shore.
  • Personalized service from a highly trained Cruise Manager during both cruise and land packages
  • Internet and Wi-Fi access
  • Sun Deck whirlpool and walking track
  • Fitness room, massage services and hair
  • Main Lounge with panoramic views and bar
  • Daily entertainment including cultural performances


AWARD-WINNING DINING


  • All onboard dining in a variety of venues
  • Regionally inspired cuisine made with locally sourced ingredients
  • The Chef’s Table specialty restaurant
  • Welcome Cocktail, Welcome Dinner, La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs Dinner, Captain's Cocktail and Gala Dinner
  • La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs exclusive dining experience
  • Unlimited fine wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner
  • Unlimited sparkling wine and fresh juice with breakfast
  • Sip & Sail Cocktail Hour with complimentary wine, beer, spirits and soft drinks
  • Tapas, snacks and refreshments served daily in the Main Lounge


A WORLD OF EXPLORATION


  • Immersive tours in every destination
  • Gentle, regular, active and late-riser tour options
  • Bike tours and hikes
  • Special interest tours
  • Knowledgeable guides
  • Personal headset for easy exploration
  • Airport transfers with purchase of air from AmaWaterways
  •                      International Flight
  •                      Airport Transfer
  •                      Mini-Bar Drinks
  •                      Gratuities
  •                      Visa
  •                      Any other service not mentioned above

Vacation Overview

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